RACGP cautions against use of ‘pop-up’ telehealth services The college is reminding patients to continue the relationship with their regular GP instead of relying on corporate telehealth services.
Nominations for 2020 RACGP Awards now open The college is honouring the outstanding contributions of exceptional individuals to general practice.
GPs recognised on World Family Doctor Day The RACGP has called on Australians to give thanks to GPs working on the healthcare frontline.
Certain memory complaints may predict future dementia New research reaffirms the importance of practitioners listening to older patients’ self-experience of cognitive decline.
GPs and aged care In this episode, hosts Dr Billy Stoupas and Dr Gill Singleton discuss GPs and aged care, sharing insights into the impact of COVID-19 , the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety, and how choosing to practise in this area can make a difference to often-vulnerable people.
Primary care nurses want to do more: Survey The nationwide workforce survey, released on International Nurses Day, found 45% of primary care nurses feel underutilised.
Social media platforms seek to stop misinformation The RACGP has applauded steps to limit the impact of pseudo-scientific information during the coronavirus pandemic.
Practice owners ‘actually have more power than you think’ Negotiating rental agreements in the time of coronavirus.
GPs partner with specialists to streamline telehealth One telehealth service has used the lockdown to expand its vision of improving access to specialist care for patients in under-served communities.
RACGP to replace OSCE with new clinical exam from 2021 The new exam will better reflect contemporary assessment principles for GPs working towards Fellowship.